Question 1

Do I need to submit a certificate of deposit for the total rent during the rental period in St. Catharines?

Accepted Answer

It is usual for some individual landlords or apartments to require proof of deposit of the total rent for the term of the lease.

Question 2

I have booked an apartment, can I move in directly when I arrive in St. Catharines?

Accepted Answer

Each apartment has its own check-in time. If you arrive in St. Catharines after the official move-in time, you can check-in and move out. However, if you arrive before the official move-in time, you will need to: 1) communicate with the apartment when you apply for the apartment to see if early check-in is possible and tell the apartment your desired move-in time; 2) if the apartment does not offer early check-in, you will need to find your own temporary housing, such as a hotel, day room, or help from a fellow student who has arrived ear

Question 3

What are the general steps for applying for student housing in St. Catharines?

Accepted Answer

Generally speaking, the steps to apply for an apartment are as follows: Fill out the application form -> Submit the application form -> Personal background check -> Apartment sends the contract -> Read the contract carefully -> Sign the contract -> Pay the money.

Question 4

When I rent an apartment in St. Catharines, can I get out of the lease at any time after signing it?

Accepted Answer

Generally speaking, once a lease is signed, it is effective immediately and cannot be terminated early by either party to the lease.
Under Canada law, if a tenant signs a long-term lease, they are responsible for the rent for the entire term of the lease, and the landlord has the right to require the tenant to pay all the rent even if they move out.

Question 5

What are the main things I should pay attention to when renting an apartment in St. Catharines?

Accepted Answer

Is the room number, key, etc., correct and are all the facilities provided in the apartment available? We recommend you take a photo of the check-in list and submit it to the apartment together with the check-in list so that both parties can keep a copy for their protection.

Question 6

How long is the typical lease term for student housing in St. Catharines?

Accepted Answer

The most typical student apartment lease is for 12 months, starting in August or September and ending in July or August of the following year. A few apartments offer semester leases (5 or 6 months), 10-month leases (leases that end at the end of May), or leases that end in July or August (unlimited start dates). Generally, for periods of less than 12 months, the apartment charges an additional monthly fee for short term rentals, ranging from $30-$100 per month.

Question 7

How big is student housing in St. Catharines?

Accepted Answer

According to uhomes database, student apartments or student flats in St. Catharines are usually around 21m² to 23.5

Question 8

Does renting an apartment in St. Catharines have a big impact on my academic life?

Accepted Answer

The environment determines the quality of life. In addition to the proximity to schools and the security of the surrounding area, you should also consider the accessibility of your place of residence:
Whether there is public transportation.
Whether it is convenient to park.
Whether there are supermarkets around.

Question 9

Can I come to St. Catharines and see the apartment before I decide to sign?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we encourage students to see the apartment in person before deciding to sign up, so they can get a more direct feel for the apartment. However, we have to admit that many students want to move in right away when they arrive in the Canada. Also, the closer to the start of the school year, the higher the price and the fewer good apartments there are. Therefore, students should decide when to sign up according to their actual situation.

Question 10

When do I usually start applying for rentals to study in St. Catharines?

Accepted Answer

The time to start looking for an apartment varies from school to school depending on local housing habits, market availability, and individual needs. The start time for new students and current students is also different. For new students, you will usually start looking for an apartment after you have received your acceptance letter or have decided to come to the area, usually in April or May. We recommend that you apply and sign up for an apartment after you have officially received your I20 form. A large number of new students come to the Canada. early and see the apartments in the area before deciding to sign up. Older students, i.e. current students, have a more spread out time to find an apartment. Some schools have older students who usually start signing for apartments in the first semester (fall) for the next academic year, but most older students usually start looking for apartments in the spring semester.

Student Housing in St. Catharines

Parkway Lofts

Foundry Lofts

Regent Student Living

614 Lake

165 Ontario

158 Ontario

Camelot Towers

Tremont Apartments

82 Church Street

70 Roehampton

378 Vine

96 Glendale Ave

Student Accommodation in St. Catharines